novel coronavirus on some of its units and staff shortages at the hospital, according to the regional health authority.“Although the outbreaks are under control, measures must be taken to reduce the pressure on the emergency room and clinical teams,” the CIUSSS said.
Quebec reports 1,691 new COVID-19 cases, 24 additional deaths linked to virus The situation at the Lakeshore General Hospital is “worrying” and requires action, according to the health authority’s CEO.“While we have been facing the impacts of the second wave of the pandemic for several weeks now, we must do everything to continue to provide quality care to our users,” Lynne McVey said in a statement.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates.